1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Cougar | Outlook |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |